Breck's Zelmira Lily Tree
Best vertical accent for gardeners seeking fragrant and dramatic summer blooms.
These towering hybrids create a dramatic vertical element in the garden, reaching impressive heights over time. They offer a striking color palette of salmon and coral with yellow accents, making them an ideal choice for a living privacy screen or a bold landscape focal point.
$37.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking impressive vertical scale and architectural interest
- Flower enthusiasts wanting high-impact floral displays and abundant garden color
- Homeowners who enjoy intense floral aromas in their outdoor spaces
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners who prefer plants that stand independently
- Growers in regions with high lily beetle populations
- Impatient planters looking for immediate maximum height results
Performance breakdown
Vertical Impact
Reaching eight feet, this variety creates an unmatched architectural garden presence.
Pollinator Appeal
Fragrant blooms act as a reliable magnet for local bee populations.
Soil Adaptability
Robust enough to thrive in clay, loam, sandy, or acidic soils.
Climate Versatility
Hardiness across zones 3-8 ensures success in diverse regional climates.
Visual Drama
Color-shifting petals offer a sophisticated, multi-tonal display throughout mid-summer.
Privacy Utility
Dense, tall growth habits function effectively as a seasonal living screen.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zone
3-8
Bloom Time
Mid to late summer
Height
36 - 96 inches
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Ships As
16-18 cm bulb
Planting Depth
6 inches
Spacing
9-12 inches
Soil Requirements
Well drained, tolerates clay, loamy, sandy, acidic
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